[Hiring] Career Interviewer Outreach Specialist @Universities of Wisconsin

Role Description

The Center for Innovative Transition, Education & Employment (CITEE) strives to create a future where every individual can live a fulfilling, independent, and dignified life. CITEE is housed in the College of Community Engagement and Professions at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee which is comprised of the School of Education, Helen Bader School of Social Welfare, and School of Information Studies. Together, they develop informed, engaged and empathetic professionals who graduate fully prepared for an array of in-demand careers.

This position is responsible for scheduling and completing WIOA Career Interviews and for all related reporting and documentation. This position has primary responsibility for interviews assigned around the state. All interviews take place virtually. Provide customer service and outreach with guardians of subminimum wage employees for the CITEE team under the supervision and leadership of the CITEE Director and directly to the CITEE Program Manager. Coordinate disability accommodation as needed for interviews. This position will perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with grant requirements and all University, state and federal policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide career counseling, information and resources, and referrals with subminimum wage employees during virtual interviews across Wisconsin.
• Schedule interviews, manage interview logistics, and complete interview preparations and all necessary documentation and reports in a thorough, accurate, and timely manner.
• Communicate with subminimum wage employees, guardians and family members, vocational providers, and other stakeholders as applicable, to ensure consistency and coordination of service delivery.
• Manage logistics for all assigned WIOA career interviews, including coordinating accommodations as needed and communicating with 14c employers.
• Comply with all University, partner agencies, state and federal regulations and confidentiality and compliance requirements, and uphold the ethics of their respective discipline.
• Participate actively in required team and project meetings via remote technology and in person when required.

• Other duties as assigned to support CITEE and UWM.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Develops and evaluates curriculum and programs and provides recommendations for improvement.
• May assist with the monitoring of outreach program budget spending.
• Schedules and secures resources and communicates logistics in support of an outreach program.
• Leads the implementation of programs, policies, and procedures through oversight of day-to-day activities for program staff and student and community volunteers.
• Delivers outreach program content and materials to community members.
• Researches, develops, and facilitates outreach program content and materials.
• Identifies, promotes, and maintains external partnerships to support the outreach program.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience working in human services, education or related field with persons with disabilities.
• Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Counseling, School Counseling, Social Work or other related behavioral health fields.
• Current State of Wisconsin LPC, LCSW, LP.
• Current Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC).

Requirements

• Experience working with people with disabilities required, preferably people with developmental, intellectual, severe or complex disabilities.
• Experience in career and disability counseling and direct service delivery with people with disabilities, including intellectual and developmental disabilities, preferably with adults, and their families.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, virtual, and verbal communication skills with diverse populations, including those with varying communication styles and abilities.
• Ability to maintain collaborative communication during all work activities.
• Knowledge of subminimum wage employment and competitive, integrated employment.
• Knowledge of employment services, vocational rehabilitation, career counseling, transitional services, or other disability related services and work.
• Demonstrated adaptability and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to manage time, multiple priorities, and deadlines effectively.
• Ability to create and write reports that are substantiated.
• Ability to work with and contribute to a dynamic team while also being able to work independently.
• Ability to travel to in-person events as required for CITEE.
• Ability to set up a remote office with a reliable high-speed Wi-Fi connection or hotspot.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite, scanners, and other software and equipment required for interviews.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Target Salary: $65,000 Annual basis, prorated for percentage of appointment.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are required to apply online and submit the following:

• Cover Letter
• Resume

PLEASE NOTE: Cover letters and resumes will need to be uploaded to the same area in the application. In instances where the Search and Screen is unable to ascertain from the candidates' application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications. Finalist candidate(s) being considered for hire will be required to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted prior to candidates being notified. The last day to submit your application is Sunday, May 31.

Contact Information

Adam Garcia - HR Coordinator
Email: [email protected]

Reasonable Accommodations

Pursuant to university policy, UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact [email protected] or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials

UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC and Reference Check Policy

Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)

For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/ , or call UWM’s Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.

Employment Authorization

In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.